medications that are used to control
asthma-related symptoms and outbreaks. These prescription
medications are well researched and very effective; however
some individuals prefer to use natural asthma remedies to
control their symptoms. Natural asthma remedies can work very
well for some individuals, usually those with mild to moderate
asthma conditions. Even when using natural asthma remedies, be
sure to check with your doctor to ensure that there will be no
complications or problems with existing medications. In
addition, be sure to keep short-term or emergency inhalers
available at all times in the case of a serious asthma attack.
Some of the most common natural asthma remedies include:
* Fish oil products =96 used as anti-inflammatories. These may be
taken in liquid or capsule form. Be careful if you have any
known food allergies, as fish oil may cause significant and
severe reactions.
* Magnesium supplements =96 magnesium works with the muscles in
the body to increase relaxation and prevent tightening of the
muscles around the air passageways.
* Antioxidants =96 these may include green tea supplements,
Vitamin E and selenium and other products that are designed to
minimize the free radicals in the human system. Free radicals
are often the cause of colds, coughs and other respiratory
problems that can increase the irritation of the respiratory
system.
* Chamomile, rosemary, spearmint, thyme and cloves contain many
antioxidants and also work to increase the relaxation of
muscles, as well as induce sleep. Some mixtures of the various
herbs are available in health food stores in the forms of teas
or powders and capsules.
* Ginseng and licorice, among other herbs, are often used in
Asia as a treatment for asthma and may be found at health food
stores. Generally these treatments work most effectively when
taken consistently and for long periods of time.
Adding fresh fruits and vegetables to the diet and decreasing
both high-fat and high-sugar items also may be part of a
process of natural asthma remedies. Controlling highly
processed and chemical-laden foods may eliminate any
simultaneously occurring food allergies that may be increasing
the severity of your asthma conditions. Avoid foods that are
made with white flour and try to choose whole grain
alternatives. Whole-wheat pastas, breads and even dinner rolls
are a wonderful alternative to the highly processed white
breads usually consumed in Western diets.
Avoiding any type of smoke, either first or second hand, and
trying to stay away from environmental pollutants such as car
exhausts and burning fireplaces is also important. Finally,
taking a good, high-quality multivitamin supplement every day
is another one of the factors that contributes to the success
of natural asthma remedies.
About The Author: Terry Roberts is a professional translator
and linguist, with a wide range of interests. To read more
about natural and alternative asthma treatments – and about
asthma in general – visit his webpage
http://www.asthmaforthelayman.com/alternative_medications.htm
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